The Grand L70 series debuts a redesigned cab, including a colored display, a multi-function joystick, improved visibility and more.
simple control. This allows for monitoring of key functions, adjusting transmission settings and accessing Bluetoothenabled hands-free calling directly from the screen.
Premium models feature an ergonomic jog dial for quick adjustments, while maintenance logs and error codes can now be accessed directly through the display, simplifying diagnostics and service.
Kubota’ s Intelligent Hydrostatic Transmission( iHST) offers multiple drive modes tuned for specific conditions: loader, road, snow and cutter. The iHST works with autothrottle advance and stall guard systems to prevent engine bogging and adjust speed automatically for smooth, efficient operation.
A new multi-function joystick centralizes key commands, where operators can control cruise speed, loader functions and transmission settings simultaneously. Paired with Kubota’ s auto-throttle linkage, it reduces manual workload and improves responsiveness between travel and loader work.
Matt Walker, senior product operations manager for Kubota’ s compact and utility tractor line, noted the improvements the joystick brings to users.“ Customers want to do more with this machine; they want to
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